Educational and Personal References

“From the beginning of his career he displayed an enthusiasm, in a manner not
normally found in beginning teachers.”
- Wayne Cashion, Pattonville Principal

“He sets forth his expectations of the students, helps them set their goals,
and then guides and motivates them to achieve those levels. His pupils are
always urged to ‘strive for excellence’.”
- Charles Wippermann,
Pattonville Elementary Physical Education Coordinator

“What separates Frank from many is his ability to see in each student something greater than they see in themselves.” - Roger Clough, Superintendent

“Moreover, he seems to have a unique gift for finding what is positive in others and in helping others to discover and to develop what is positive in themselves.” - Nancy Brown, Clinical Psychologist

“I have been impressed with his contagious enthusiasm and the rapport he has developed among his colleagues.” - Robert A. Marx, National President Phi Epsilon Kappa

“Frank’s enthusiasm is contagious. When he begins preparations for special projects, parents and staff are always willing to support his endeavors in the areas of costuming, supervision, transportation, or wherever needed.” - Nancy Greenblatt, Patttonville Executive Assistant

“It is educators like Mr. Gallagher who believe in the youth of today that will make our world a better place to live.” - Sr. Lois Hellebusch, St. Lawrence the Martyr School Principal

“Sportsmanship was most important. I learned not to give excuses but to simply do my best and be able to admit my defeats. That’s important and essential in life. – Lisa A. Fisk, Student

“‘Do the best…Expect the best.’ Frank Gallagher seems to live by this.” - Knut and Suzie Hansen, Parents

“Frank believes firmly that any goal worth reaching can be accomplished by hard work and effort. He is the first to encourage a person to reach out for that goal and eventually, they can achieve it.” - Steve and Judi Schneider, Parents

“Another lesson which I learned from Mr. Gallagher was the simple fact that ‘it does not matter whether you win or lose but that you tried the best that you could’.” - Lucy Boenker, Student

“Not only does Mr. Gallagher do an outstanding job in the school but also he sets an example for the children with his untiring involvement in school, church, community and family.” - Roger Creason, Student and Parent

“More than a teacher of physical education, or a track coach, he has been a friend, a listener, a counselor, and a teacher of high quality.” - Susan Michelle Myers, Student, currently an interpreter for the United Nations